Thirupaavai Paasuram #12
Paasuram #12 is all about persistence and grit in the face of constraints as we try and reach our goals in life… a beautiful song !
Grit
A Lesson in Grit – Hanuma & Ashwin
Today the 3rd test match in the ongoing IND-AUS series concluded in a draw. We were all treated to a Lesson in Grit by Hanuma & Ashwin.
Grit – in Plants
How is your resilience ? A plant that was in the fridge for a month, gave out green shoots. Amazing resilience displayed by this plant.
Book Review #10/50 – Grit by Angela Duckworth
This book from the cover to the notes page is life changing ! The last time Krishnan and I have said this for a book is 29 years back when we first read “The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People” by the late Stephen Covey. After that, its this book that will be added to … Read more
Smriti & Sadhvi – Grit & Courage
I had called the elections in favour of NaMo long before the poll pandits and the exit polls. I was hoping that BJP would cross 300 which they did, and NDA would cross 400 which they didn’t. But I never doubted BJP’s victory ! For me the reasons were simple – Krishnan and I have … Read more
Grit is not that important…
I am sure that many of you who read the title of this blog will shake your head in disbelief. I too did the same. For a very long time, we believed, and were led to believe in the importance of grit and perseverance, especially when faced with challenges and adversities. Almost two decades back, … Read more